Context
The Pakistan CPD materials development project (2022–2024) was designed to strengthen the quality of English language teaching at primary level through large-scale teacher professional development. Commissioned by the British Council in partnership with the Quaid-e-Azam Academy for Educational Development, the initiative responded to the need for structured, curriculum-aligned training for teachers delivering English as a subject in Grades 1–5. With over 100,000 teachers requiring consistent and practical support, the project aimed to improve both subject knowledge and pedagogical skills, ultimately enhancing learning outcomes for young learners across the country.
Implementation
Over a 30-month period, TELT acted as international editor, overseeing the development of a comprehensive suite of CPD materials created by a collaborative team of local and international writers. The programme comprised five courses totalling 90 hours of content, covering key areas such as oral communication, reading and critical thinking, writing, language structure, and social development. All materials were carefully aligned with the national curriculum and existing textbooks to ensure relevance and usability in classrooms. In addition to course development, the project produced a structured training package delivered to 1,000 District Subject Experts, who then cascaded the training to 3,300 Area Education Officers, creating a scalable national training model.
Impact
The project achieved significant reach and scalability, supporting a mandatory CPD programme for approximately 108,000 teachers across Pakistan. By improving teachers’ language proficiency and pedagogical approaches, the initiative contributed to more effective and engaging English teaching in primary classrooms. The cascade training model ensured widespread dissemination while building local capacity within the education system. As a result, the project not only enhanced the immediate quality of teaching but also established a sustainable framework for ongoing professional development, with long-term benefits for both teachers and learners nationwide.